2001 Toyota Avensis vs. 2002 BMW X5
To start off, 2002 BMW X5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW X5 (329 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW X5 weights approximately 720 kg more than 2001 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota Avensis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 BMW X5 (480 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Avensis | 2002 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Avensis | X5 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4619 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 329 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.3 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12 L/100km | 21 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 93 L |
